The Team

Where getting to know you, is our priority

Meet Our Partners

The Crest Accountants team is a family affair with generations now spanning over 45 years. Our team of industry-leading Accountants and Advisors are dedicated in providing expert accounting services and financial advice.

Our reputation has been built on nurturing honest client relationships and maintaining the highest level of customer service. Our continued growth is contributed to loyal clients recommending our services to friends, family and business associates.

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Our Team Members

Salary Partner

Paul Shannon

Salary Partner

Ryan Tarrant

Salary Partner

Douglas Dart

Manager - Accounting

Celine Liao

Manager - Accounting

Troy Chesterton

Senior Accountant

Stephan De Villiers

Senior Accountant

Michelle Mikkelson

Senior Accountant

Nicole Amaya

Senior Accountant

Angela Pernazza

Senior Accountant

Jim Baker

Senior Accountant

Dianna Doepel

Senior Accountant

Candy Tang

Senior Accountant

Joanna Crandon

Senior Accountant

Grant Davis

Senior Accountant

Ben Randall

Senior Accountant

Peter Lettice

Senior Accountant

Matthew Syle

Senior Accountant

Umair Asif

Accountant

Rufina Cho

Accountant

Justin Fahey

Accountant

Craig Pearson

Accountant

Anita Nair-Thiele

Graduate Accountant

Phoenix Starr

Graduate Accountant

Dean Burkinshaw

Graduate Accountant

Brooke Taylor

Client Services - Accounting

Rachel Bidgood

Client Services - Accounting

Tracy Carroll

Client Services - Accounting

Nicole Sanday

Client Services - Accounting

Ashleigh Kirk

Client Manager - Accounting

Sarah Madden

Support - Accounting

Pippa Pang

Finance Broker

Dion Kim

Loans Processor

Natalie Rudinger

Financial Adviser

Paul Timms

Financial Adviser

Robert Hayward

Paraplanner

Aaron Bird

Paraplanner

Brian Allen

Client Manager - Wealth

Sam Shepherd

Client Services - Wealth

Alicia Gaylard

Business Development - Insurance

Walter Leskiw

Client Manager - Insurance

Christie Purtle

Senior Associate - Law

Corinne Gallacher

Senior Associate - Law

Jeffrey Lucas

Receptionist

Belinda Shoesmith

IT Manager

Nigel Patterson

Marketing Manager

Louise Pillidge

Financial Controller

Geoffrey McFadzean

As the sole director of a SMSF with a Corporate Trustee in place, I transitioned to Crest Accountants in 2017. I am very happy with the professional relationship developed with Joanna Crandon. She is very approachable and always willing to explain any queries I have from time to time. The Super Fund’s paperwork is kept up to date and any work required is diligently and promptly attended to. The customer service I received is exemplary. Thank you, Joanna.

Helen Scarborough

Wesley from Crest Accountants has been looking after all our Accounting , Taxation and Financial Advice both personally and Business since 2014 . I have found the Crest Accountants team to offer exceptional service and a professionalism. Care and attention to details is of high priority . We have no hesitation in recommending Crest Accountants for your business and personal financial advice and accounting needs. Wesley is always available to share his knowledge and expertise.

Mary Sarroff – Co-Founder – Sarroff Group

I have partnered with Crest Accountants for quite a number of years now. I guess one of the most valuable things to me as a business owner - apart from good smart accounting - is the fact that Crest are proactive in their support of my business. Crest Accountants stay on top of things globally, nationally and locally in terms of what I need to be made aware of. I liaise mostly with Troy who genuinely takes an interest in the wellbeing of both myself, and the health and growth of my business. He tends to see ‘big picture’ and that has been invaluable to me over the years. This will be even more essential as we begin to navigate higher volatility levels resulting from increased global instability in the seasons to come.

Matthew Williamson – Director – HT Concepts Pty Ltd T/as Nursery and Garden Supplies

Justin Fahey has been incredibly professional all the way through the process and I would like to express my appreciation! Justin made it easy for me to provide the required information about my cryptocurrency and his confidence & great knowledge is impressive. I will certainly choose CREST to look after my future tax returns and will highly recommend Justin to any person who needs help with cryptocurrency taxation. Thank you!

Claudia Klien

“I've been using Crest accountants for 5 years & it's always a great service. Every year whenever I'm ready, I send my files through their convenient WeTransfer program and write any comments. I've never had to go into the office been able to do it all conveniently from home at anytime I want. Excellent & efficient service every time.”

Michael Slivka

“I recommend using Brett and Wes to handle any accounting matters on the Gold Coast and surrounding areas. I have worked closely with them on my personal and business matters. I find them to be very thorough, professional and can endorse their ability to others. Great Work Crest. Thanks for your ongoing support.”

Mason Kidman

“Growing a business is never easy which is why we approached Crest. We have been using Crest for the past 2 and half years and all we can say is thank you! Ryan and the team have always provided professional advice. The advice is thorough and has always taken into account the pros and cons, especially from a Risk's perspective. We have been able to establish an efficient business structure which allows us to minimise tax where possible while working towards quarterly targets to grow the business. Without Crest, our understanding of the business would not be where it is today.”

FUKU Japanese Broadbeach Restaurant

“Recently I came on board as a client and cannot recommend Angela highly enough. To date, my experience with Angela and the team has been fantastic and I would not hesitate in providing a referral. I have been impressed with the prompt return of calls and emails and have had all work completed within our agreed time frames. The valuable taxation and small business advice I have received has been incredibly useful and provided me with support and guidance on my personal and business journey. If you are looking for a Tax Accountant or Advisor, don't hesitate in making the move over to Crest.”

Lauren Gregory – Innovative Bean Counting

“I highly recommend Crest Advisors. I have been working with Crest for 4 years and they assist me personally and my business in several areas including Cashflow forecasting, tax planning, business structuring, BAS, Finance, Insurance and SMSF. They provide excellent services and will help you achieve your personal and business goals.”

Jed Newnham – Managing Director of Newnham Scaffolding

“Crest are fantastic accountants that go above and beyond in helping to keep our business run smoothly. We have been with them for the whole time we have been in business and each and every member of the team is accessible at anytime and have always gone out of their way to supply the information we need. Thank you for your great service!”

Shane and Kristy – Gold Coast Fresh Meat Centre

“Crest Accountants...we cannot recommend them highly enough!! Throughout the years Wes and his team have supplied us with their expertise and wonderful service. With a genuine concern for you and your business they are professional yet very comfortable to work with. We are grateful for their service and continue to look forward to working with them in years to come. Thanks Crest!”

Carree and Brett Pawson – Brett Pawson Metal Roofing

“I have partnered with Crest Accountants for quite a number of years now. I guess one of the most valuable things to me as a business owner - apart from good smart accounting - is the fact that Crest are proactive in their support of my business. Crest Accountants stay on top of things globally, nationally and locally in terms of what I need to be made aware of. I liaise mostly with Troy who genuinely takes an interest in the wellbeing of both myself, and the health and growth of my business. He tends to see ‘big picture’ and that has been invaluable to me over the years. This will be even more essential as we begin to navigate higher volatility levels resulting from increased global instability in the seasons to come.”

Matthew Williamson – Director – HT Concepts Pty Ltd T/as Nursery and Garden Supplies

"Troy and the Team at Crest Accountants always are a pleasure to deal with. My tax scenario was very complex however it was really relaxed and easy to chat it through. It feels so good to have it all back on track."

Nick Moore

"Since 1996, I’ve entrusted the firm and its staff with my personal and business-based financial affairs. Their expertise, guidance, and comprehensive ‘on-tap’ counsel have been invaluable to all aspects of my accounts and financial management, and both the partners and accountants have worked tirelessly to keep the many elements of my financial matters on track, and in my best interests."

Dr. Dimitri Kopanakis – Managing Director - String Central Pty Ltd

“Crest Accountants have been our accountants and financial advisors for 15 years. We have found them to be reliable and competent and have placed great value on the many suggestions they have made to us in this period which include: Company and Superannuation Structuring; Financial Planning; Budgeting and Taxation Strategy. They have been pro-active to any legislation changes and have advised well in time to make such changes which are necessary for compliance and protection of our company. We can recommend them to any company wishing to make use of their services.”

Lynn Flynn – General Manager - Protea Properties Pty Ltd

Lauren Gregory

04:10 20 Jun 19

Recently I came on board as a client, and cannot recommend Angela highly enough. To date, my experience with Angela and the team has been fantastic and I would not hesitate in providing a referral. I have been impressed with the prompt return of calls and emails, and have had all work completed within our agreed time frames. The valuable taxation and small business advice I have received has been incredibly useful and provided me with support and guidance on my personal and business journey. If you are looking for a Tax Accountant or Advisor, don't hesitate in making the move over to Crest.

Danny Ellem

05:07 09 Oct 19

I cannot commend Crest Advisors lending team enough. As first home owners, we found the place we wanted and knew we had to find someone to make our loan happen. Dion & Nat, not only had fantastic communication & correspondance, they worked with us on finding what we wanted and helped us secure our first home. The were patient & explained everything as we were completely new to it all. They gave us direction and guidance in what we needed and were very thorough with what they needed.We cannot thank Dion & Nat enough and highly reccomend them to anyone.

Feng Lin

00:56 03 Sep 19

Very good fellows! Hepled us to start our business in this country and looked after our accounting very well from the first day at low costs!Strongly recommending people to engage Crest Advisors for any business or individual services!

Kelly Penman

07:29 22 Sep 19

An excellent dealing with Natalie from start to finish, she was very patient with me while i was purchasing my vehicle, can highly recommend easy process and great to communicate with .

The Edit Suite

01:20 20 Aug 19

We have had the great experience of working with the friendly team at Crest Advisors and would highly recommend them. Fantastic team, terrific space and caring attitude.

Carla Schesser

05:43 02 Dec 19

I recently worked with Louise on a full website design & build project for Crest Accountants. Throughout the whole process, Louise was highly organised, detail-oriented and super communicative which made the project a massive success.It was apparent from the start of the project together that Louise was passionate about Crest Accountants, the vision and did everything needed to ensure the website was perfect.Thank you Louise for all your efforts and I look forward to working on the next project soon!

Phillip Crawley

12:11 08 Dec 19

Ryan, Nicole & Robert are all very skilled at what they do, highly recommend.

Jed Newnham

23:59 29 Nov 16

I highly recommend Crest Advisors. I have been working with Crest for 4 years and they assist me personally and my business in several areas including Cashflow forecasting, tax planning, business structuring, BAS, Finance, Insurance and SMSF. They provide excellent services and will help you achieve your personal and business goals. Jed Newnham, Managing Director of Newnham Scaffolding